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  1. Newly minted inductees to the Order of Canada2024/12/24
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  2. Will the Windsor-made Dodge Charger EV be a hit?2024/12/23
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  3. Historian Yuval Noah Harari on the “unknown unknown” of AI2024/12/23
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  4. A banner year for women in sports2024/12/23

    From Caitlin Clark to Summer McIntosh to the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s launch — 2024 was a transformative year for women in sports. We dig into what it took to arrive at this moment, the big business of women’s games and what’s ahead for female athletes.
  5. How to make more sustainable fashion choices2024/12/20

    The fashion industry is one of the world’s biggest polluters, with millions of tonnes of textiles ending up in landfills every year. We talk to people about how to change that, from a simple “closet audit” at home, to making retailers responsible for the entire life cycle of their garments.
  6. The Goosinator chasing away bothersome birds2024/12/20

    The Goosinator is a bright orange, very noisy device that herds troublesome geese in Lethbridge, Alta., where the birds are staying longer as winter months get warmer. The CBC’s Allison Dempster looks at how different parts of the country are trying to manage that problem — and shares a classic story of one man’s encounter with this “gangster of nature.”
  7. Is Canada just three companies in a trench coat?2024/12/19

    From groceries to air travel to phone providers, many services in Canada are controlled by just a handful of companies. We look at why that lack of competition has been able to take hold, and what can be done to get a better deal for consumers. 
  8. ‘Mirror life’ research poses risk to all life on Earth, scientists warn2024/12/19

    Scientists are sounding the alarm about research into synthetic organisms known as “mirror life,” warning of an unprecedented risk to all life on Earth. Synthetic biologist Kate Adamala explains what these mirror molecules are, why researchers wanted to explore them — and why the risks might be too great.
  9. Manitoba tries to recruit U.S. doctors worried about Trump2024/12/19

    Manitoba is trying to attract U.S. physicians who might be uncomfortable with Donald Trump’s incoming presidency. We talk to a family doctor who already made the move, and look at how other provinces are trying to lure doctors back into family medicine.
  10. A U.K. politician mocked the sandwich. Cue a national debate2024/12/18

    British politician Kemi Badenoch got some salty responses when she decried the humble sandwich as "not a real food.” London chef and sandwich shop owner Max Halley shares why people flocked to the food’s defence, and what he’d serve Badenoch to change her mind.
  11. Fartcoin? Bitcoin? Why young people are betting big on crypto2024/12/18

    Younger people are turning to cryptocurrency because they feel left behind by the traditional economy, say some experts. We break down how it all works — from bitcoin to fartcoin — and look at why crypto has surged since Donald Trump won the U.S. election.
  12. Merry Thriftmas! The art and appeal of giving second-hand gifts2024/12/18

    Some people are exploring thrifting to find the perfect gift this holiday season, hoping to save money and cut down consumer waste. We get some tips from expert thrifters.
  13. Why stuffed animals appeal so much to kids — and adults2024/12/18

    The stuffed toys called Jellycats are one the most sought-after items this Christmas, fetching high prices and even inspiring large-scale theft. Max Genecov, a proud stuffed animal collector, explains why Jellycats and other plushie pals have such an appeal for kids and adults alike. 
  14. Time to push back on smartphone-based childhoods: Jonathan Haidt2024/12/17

    Jonathan Haidt says technology and social media have rewired our children’s brains, and taken a heavy toll on their mental health. The social psychologist talks to Matt Galloway about his blockbuster book The Anxious Generation and the dangers of a childhood spent on screens.
  15. Trudeau is in a ‘delusional, false reality,’ says Liberal MP2024/12/17

    Liberal MPs Wayne Long and Chad Collins say that the prime minister has lost the confidence of his caucus — and must resign. They talk to Matt Galloway about the leadership crisis, and why Chrystia Freeland got a standing ovation after her shock resignation. 
  16. Freeland resigns with ‘maximum chaos,’ ‘maximum damage’2024/12/17

    Finance minister Chrystia Freeland’s shock resignation has heaped pressure on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down. The CBC’s Rosemary Barton and the Globe and Mail's Stephanie Levitz discuss Freeland’s blistering resignation letter, and why it seemed designed to inflict “maximum damage” on the prime minister. 
  17. Scientists are creating solar eclipses on demand2024/12/16

    European scientists have launched the Proba-3 space mission, which will study the sun by creating artificial solar eclipses. An astronomy reporter explains how it's possible and what mysteries about the sun scientists hope to solve through this research.
  18. Why employees are shaking up their out-of-office replies2024/12/16

    Out-of-office messages have become more than a handful of dates and the email of who to reach out to instead while you’re gone. A Canadian content creator tells us how the messages are becoming a site of creativity — and a new way to assert work-life balance.
  19. World leaders decide how to work with Syrian rebels2024/12/16

    Terrorist-designated rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) is now in control of Syria, and the world is trying to decide how to engage with them. One of the only Western journalists  to interview HTS’ leader and an international analyst discuss the group’s promise of tolerance, and if sanctions on Syria should be lifted.

  20. How much fentanyl in the U.S. comes from Canada?2024/12/16
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  21. New hope for N.L. over tentative hydro energy deal2024/12/13
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  22. The best cookbooks of 20242024/12/13

    A little inspiration in the kitchen can go a long way. Three food fanatics share the cookbooks they loved this year, and what cookbooks are good for in the age of 10-minute recipes on Instagram. 
  23. Meet Willow, Google’s new quantum computing chip2024/12/13

    Google promises its new “Willow” chip — unveiled this week as the latest update in the field of quantum computers — might someday revolutionize everything from drug discoveries to artificial intelligence. A technology reporter explains what quantum computing is, and why the arms race is on, even though practical uses are still years away.
  24. A Vancouver Island marmot baby boom2024/12/13

    The Vancouver Island marmot — one of Canada’s most endangered species — is making a remarkable population rebound from near-extinction. A conservationist working to save the species tells us about this year’s record arrival of pups, and why the marmots aren’t out of the woods just yet.
  25. Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup deal causes controversy2024/12/12

    Saudi Arabia has been named host of the 2034 World Cup despite a track record of human rights violations. An investigative football journalist tells us why the decision is a “middle finger” to fans of the game.
  26. What does another interest rate cut mean for Canadians?2024/12/12

    The Bank of Canada cut its interest rate again yesterday — now down to 3.25 per cent. An economist lays out what that means for your debt, our dollar and an economy that’s got Canadians feeling stretched.
  27. After Assad, Syrians reimagine their country’s future2024/12/12

    In Syria, celebrating has shifted to planning, as the country maps its future after nearly 14 years of civil war. We hear from a Syrian national once detained by the Assad regime and the CBC’s Margaret Evans about the country’s cautious optimism.
  28. Baker Daniel Leader on the rise of breadmaking2024/12/12

    Daniel Leader started selling loaves of bread out of his station wagon four decades ago. Now, the pioneer of the artisanal bread movement is sharing what he’s learned about his craft. Leader tells Matt Galloway about his early loaves — which were more like paperweights — and how the bread baking process is like meditation.
  29. How will life in Canada-U.S. border towns change under Trump?2024/12/11

    Donald Trump wants Canada to curb the flow of drugs and migrants southbound across the countries’ shared border. For people living in border communities, what will that look like? We hear from folks whose work and lives straddle the dividing line about the uncertainty Trump’s crackdown brings.
  30. Frustration mounts as Canada Post strike drags on2024/12/11

    As the Canada Post strike enters its fourth week, small businesses and rural communities in particular are feeling the pinch. We hear from entrepreneurs who are losing money — and one who is losing their patience — plus a labour expert who says the strike is only proving the courier to be vital.
  31. Widows work through their grief at Camp Widow2024/12/11

    After Jessica Waite told Matt Galloway about her memoir A Widow’s Guide to Dead Bastards , our listeners shared their own experiences with grief. We hear some listener mail about coping with the loss of a partner — and more from producer Alison Masemann’s trip to Camp Widow.
  32. Should winter tires be mandatory across Canada?2024/12/11

    Winter tires are mandatory across Quebec and on mountainous roads in B.C., but in the rest of Canada, the decision rests with drivers. Should that change? A road safety expert weighs in.
  33. How to get to know your neighbours2024/12/10

    At a time when loneliness is described as a public health crisis, can your neighbours be the antidote? We hear from people  who are bringing their communities together, and a researcher who says a simple nod or smile can go a long way in strengthening relationships. 
  34. Canadians with cancer spend out of pocket for some care2024/12/10

    A cancer diagnosis isn’t only terrifying, it's also costly — a new study from the Canadian Cancer Society reveals that the average cancer patient will spend more than $30,000 out of pocket on their treatment. Matt Galloway speaks to one of the study’s authors, and a cancer survivor who had to decide between paying for medication and making rent.
  35. What will Canada’s private sponsorship pause mean for refugees?2024/12/10

    Immigration Minister Marc Miller pressed pause on private refugee sponsorships — a model that other countries around the world have adopted — until the end of 2025. A refugee who fled persecution in Myanmar, his sponsor and an advocate share their fears about what the pause will mean for displaced people who had been hoping for a fresh start in Canada.
  36. Will Canada’s new Arctic policy bring change for the North?2024/12/09

    Canada’s new Arctic Foreign Policy, announced on Friday, aims to strengthen Canada’s position in the region as it’s under threat from Russia and climate change. Leaders in Canada’s North say the policy looks good on paper, but are still waiting to see what changes it might hold for people living in the North, where infrastructure is scant and life is expensive.
  37. The Syrian government fell — what comes next?2024/12/09

    Rebels took control of Syria’s capital on Sunday, sparking celebrations there and around the world, at the end of the Assad family’s 50-year dictatorship. A foreign policy expert says the regime’s swift fall is shocking, and a Syrian-Canadian describes it as a “moment of joy.”
  38. How seven fishermen survived 52 hours lost at sea2024/12/09

    After seven fishermen disappeared off the coast of Newfoundland this summer, the entire province feared the worst. A regional funeral had already been arranged for the men when the entire crew was found alive. The seven men recount their experience being lost at sea for 52 hours.
  39. Inside the rebuilt Notre-Dame Cathedral2024/12/06

    Notre-Dame reopens this weekend — just five years after fire blazed through the iconic Paris cathedral. A journalist gives us a look inside the rebuilt “people’s palace,” and a Montreal blacksmith who forged the axes used in the reconstruction shares what it means to have left his mark on the 12th-century monument.
  40. What should cities do about people living in RVs?2024/12/06

    Police in Calgary ticketed and towed a street full of RVs — vehicles that people priced out of the housing market had been living in. While a local politician says the motorhome dwellers must move along, an Oregon city facing similar issues took a different approach. Could Canada learn from them?
  41. Why are there so many food recalls in Canada?2024/12/06

    From cantaloupes to almond milk, hundreds of foods have been recalled this year in Canada. We talk to food safety system experts to understand how confident you should be in the contents of your crisper drawer. 
  42. Why this mom paid her kid $100 to read a book2024/12/05

    Mireille Silcoff loves books, but her 12-year-old daughter was more interested in screens than reading. That is, until the author offered her kid $100 to read a novel. Silcoff shares how the deal panned out, and why she’d recommend the tactic to other parents. 

  43. New film explores destruction of a West Bank community2024/12/05

    The award-winning documentary No Other Land tells the story of a West Bank community displaced to make way for an Israeli military firing range. Two of its directors, Palestinian Basel Adra and Israeli Yuval Abraham, discuss making the film and the struggle to have this story told in Israel and beyond.
  44. How to survive in the wilderness2024/12/05

    Hiker Sam Benastick survived 50 days in the B.C. wilderness, after he got lost while being chased by a wolf. Matt Galloway talks to a search-and-rescue operator who had his own violent encounter with a grizzly bear; and gets some expert advice on surviving in the backcountry.
  45. Making hockey a game for everyone2024/12/04

    The rink is like a second home for some during the hockey season, but many Canadians still face obstacles when it comes to getting on the ice. Douglas Gelevan explores where our national sport is falling short in his documentary, Hockey For All.
  46. Who are the rebels who reignited Syria’s civil war?2024/12/04

    Syria’s civil war has suddenly flared up again, with the rebel Islamist group Hayat Tahir al-Sham launching sweeping attacks and taking control of Aleppo. We look at how President Bashar al-Assad’s regime is responding, and what’s happening to the civilians stuck in the middle.
  47. Heard black plastic is toxic? Listen to this before you throw it away2024/12/04

    A recent report sparked widespread concern about black plastic leaching toxic compounds into food, via plastic utensils and containers. But scientist Joe Schwarcz says the research needs another look — and you might not need to dump all your black plastic spatulas and spoons.
  48. The downsides of retreating into ‘cosy tech’2024/12/04

    Global uncertainty and a relentless news cycle are leading some people to embrace “cosy tech,” — a world of low-stakes, colourful video games to friendly AI companions. But while the trend may seem benign, writer Kyle Chayka says digital cocooning has its downsides.
  49. Why some coaches still see hazing as a good thing2024/12/03

    A new survey suggests many coaches still see hazing in sports as important for team building, despite high-profile incidents involving bullying and sexual assault. We talk to coaches and athletes working to change the idea that success in sport comes through suffering.
  50. The loonie takes a worrying tumble2024/12/03

    The Canadian dollar is trading at its lowest level in almost five years. The CBC’s Peter Armstrong talks us through what’s going on, and what might lie ahead for the economy. 
  51. Protests in Georgia as talks to join EU halted2024/12/03

    Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in Georgia, after the country’s incoming government halted talks to join the European Union. Eurasian expert Stephen Jones says the country is facing rising authoritarianism, and a choice between Europe or Russia.
  52. What Canada can learn from Australia’s social media ban2024/12/03

    Australia has banned kids under 16 from social media, but critics say the new law doesn’t engage with the underlying risks of online platforms — and won’t actually stop kids from using them. As Quebec considers a similar ban, what can Canada learn from efforts down under? 
  53. This B.C. mom hired a PI to follow her teen's drug dealer2024/12/02

    Julie Nystrom was so worried that her teenage daughter would die from a drug overdose, she hired a private investigator to track down the man selling her drugs. She wants police to do more to protect teens against dealers and the toxic drug supply.
  54. How a widow found out about her husband’s dark secrets2024/12/02

    When Jessica Waite’s husband died, she found shocking secrets in a box of his belongings. She writes about the anger she felt — and what it meant for her grief — in her memoir The Widow's Guide To Dead Bastards.
  55. RFK Jr. and rising vaccine hesitancy2024/12/02

    Anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been nominated as Donald Trump’s health secretary, prompting concerns about rising vaccine hesitancy and misinformation — both in the U.S. and here in Canada. 
  56. Tackling medical misinformation spreading online2024/11/29

    The CBC’s Nora Young has been looking at how medical misinformation spreads online, and how influencers have brought fringe ideas into the mainstream. She shares what she found.
  57. Bob McKeown retires after five decades2024/11/29

    As a child Bob McKeown dreamed of winning the Grey Cup and being a reporter like his dad — both dreams he achieved. As the Fifth Estate host prepares to retire after 53 years in journalism, he looks back at a career that includes being punched in the face at an interview, bitten by a shark on camera and threatened with prison time for his work.
  58. Air passengers told not to post complaints online2024/11/29

    Tim Rodger fought hard for compensation when his luggage was damaged on a WestJet flight. But when he won and posted about it online, he was told to take the post down. Some experts say there’s a worrying trend where passengers are being silenced by airlines, their lawyers and even the Canadian Transportation Agency.
  59. Orcas visit downtown Vancouver for an ‘afternoon snack’2024/11/29

    A family of orcas wowed a passenger ferry in Vancouver's False Creek this week. We hear why researchers are also delighted by their unusual adventure into the heart of the city.
  60. The Current Introduces | Personally: Short Sighted2024/11/28
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  61. How does involuntary treatment work in the U.S.?2024/11/28

    Ricky Garcia struggled with addiction for years, and fought for laws that would allow people in crisis to be forced into involuntary treatment in his home state of Washington. As ideas around involuntary treatment gain traction in Canada, Julia Wong’s documentary Ricky’s Law explores how the approach is working south of the border.
  62. What teens really think about social media2024/11/28

    Filmmaker Lauren Greenfield convinced a bunch of teenagers to give her full access to their phones, where she saw social media’s impact on young minds in real time. She shares what she saw, what teens told her — and what parents should be worried about — in the documentary series Social Studies .
  63. Inside the premiers’ emergency summit on Trump tariffs2024/11/28

    The prime minister held an emergency meeting with provincial premiers Wednesday, to discuss U.S. president-elect Donald Trump’s tariffs threat. N.L. Premier Andrew Furey and N.B. Premier Susan Holt tell Matt Galloway what happened at that meeting. 
  64. Live in Saskatoon, the city that punches well above its weight2024/11/27
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  65. Jeffery Straker’s new fan? King Charles III2024/11/27

    Singer-songwriter Jeffery Straker performs some music from his new album Great Big Sky, and shares how he recently found out he has a new fan: King Charles III.
  66. Where these Saskatoon comedians find their funny2024/11/27

    Some of Saskatoon’s biggest comedy stars share where they find their funny. Dakota Ray Hebert looks back at growing up in a trailer park for her new comedy album Trailer Treasure; and viral social media star Farideh lands some laughs about women’s health and being a (sometimes under-appreciated) mother. 
  67. The literary power couple who fell in love with Saskatoon2024/11/27

    Literary power couple Yann Martel and Alice Kuipers only intended to live and work in Saskatoon for a year, but they fell in love with the “land of living skies” — and never left.
  68. Helping the homeless in Saskatoon’s harsh winter2024/11/26

    Saskatoon’s harsh winters are particularly difficult for the city’s homeless population. We meet some of the people grappling with how to help, from providing life-saving shelter to finding lasting solutions that get people back on their feet. 
  69. How farming is changing in Saskatchewan2024/11/26

    We look at how farming is changing in Saskatchewan as farms get bigger, the climate shifts — and younger people fight to get a foothold, even as older farmers struggle to pass on their land. 
  70. Why Saskatoon has always been a haven for writers2024/11/26

    Award-winning author Guy Vanderhaeghe takes us on a tour of Saskatoon to share what people love about the city, and explain why it’s long been a haven for writers and artists.
  71. The Prairie diving club producing Olympians2024/11/26

    Steve and Mary Carroll set up the Saskatoon Diving Club 20 years ago, and this year they sent two divers to the Olympics. Matt Galloway heads to the pool to hear how this landlocked city built a world-class diving program — and take in the view from the 10-metre board.
  72. What matters to Nova Scotians at the ballot box?2024/11/25

    Nova Scotians go to the polls Tuesday, in a snap election called late last month. Guest host Peter Armstrong talks to voters about what’s shaping their decision, from health care to housing.
  73. Tackling high youth unemployment in Canada2024/11/25

    Finding a job is increasingly frustrating for young people in Canada, as youth unemployment hovers near a 10-year high. We look at what’s driving the problem, and how to turn it around.
  74. What hockey gave Leafs legend Mats Sundin2024/11/25

    Mats Sundin captained the Toronto Maple Leafs for 11 seasons, and still has more career goals, overtime goals and points than any other Leafs player. In a conversation from last month, he reflects on his NHL career — and why his family was important at every turn.
  75. Why rats just love to drive little cars2024/11/22

    Rats can drive little cars — and not only that, getting behind the wheel seems to bring them joy. Researcher Kelly Lambert explains why she taught rodents how to burn rubber, and what it might teach us about ourselves. 
  76. Forecasting the weather (and getting people to listen)2024/11/22

    People in Saskatchewan have long trusted meteorologist Terri Lang to steer them through wild weather, from summer tornadoes to walloping snowfalls. She talks to Matt Galloway about retirement, armchair forecasters and why she doesn't tell people at parties what she does.
  77. Is Trudeau's tax cut a holiday gift, or a vote grab?2024/11/22

    The Liberal government announced a GST holiday on everything from alcohol to Christmas trees, plus a $250 cheque for anyone earning less than $150,000. We look at who the temporary tax cut might help more — the public or the governing party — with the CBC’s Rosemary Barton, the Globe and Mail’s Stephanie Levitz and the Toronto Star’s Ryan Tumilty.
  78. Irwin Cotler on Iran's attempt to assassinate him2024/11/22

    Former federal justice minister Irwin Cotler has revealed he was the victim of a planned assassination attempt, backed by the government of Iran. The human rights advocate talks to Matt Galloway about living under police protection — and why it won’t stop his outspoken criticism of the Iranian regime, or his efforts to help the people living under it. 
  79. Time running out for COP climate deal2024/11/21

    The CBC's Susan Ormiston joins us from the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan, where the clock is ticking for negotiators to reach a deal to finance years of climate pledges. 
  80. Harnessing ocean waves to power your home2024/11/21

    Imagine powering your home by tapping into the relentless energy of the ocean’s waves. Scientists in Oregon are trying to make that dream a reality, testing devices that could turn the motion of the ocean into a staggering amount of electricity. 
  81. International law now just ‘rule of jungle,’ says lawyer2024/11/21

    International law has been replaced by the law of the jungle when it comes to Israel’s offensive in Gaza, says Palestinian human rights lawyer Raji Sourani. He wants the international community to hold Israel to account and ensure humanitarian aid reaches Palestinians.
  82. Canada Post strike hitting small business hard2024/11/21

    Meghan Fahey has shut down her online store selling greeting cards — at her busiest time of year — because the Canada Post strike means she can’t deliver to her customers. We look at the strike’s impact on small businesses; the sticking points between the two sides; and why some observers say it’s time for Canada Post to change its mandate.
  83. Menopause is costing women their careers2024/11/20

    Tracy Gomez says perimenopause turned her life upside down and eventually cost her her job — and she's not alone. A new B.C. study of more than 1,500 women looks at the economic impacts of menopause and perimenopause, and the barriers to getting treatment.
  84. Tackling the obesity epidemic2024/11/20

    A new study says three quarters of adults in the U.S. are obese or overweight, while figures put two thirds of Canadians into the same category. We look at what’s contributing to our collective weight gain and how to tackle the growing problem of obesity. 
  85. Climate change fuelling human trafficking2024/11/20

    Climate change is fuelling a spike in human trafficking in India's West Bengal region. The CBC's South Asia correspondent Salimah Shivji explains how dramatic shifts in climate are wreaking enormous change in peoples' livelihoods and safety.
  86. Rudeness rampant in classrooms, say teachers2024/11/19

    Some teachers say kids are just plain ruder these days, with a sharp increase in interruptions and outbursts in the classroom. We look at what’s driving that incivility, and what it means for these kids’ education and the adults they’ll become. 
  87. Woman sues AI chatbot company over son’s suicide2024/11/19

    Florida mother Megan Garcia believes an AI chatbot led her 14-year-old son to take his own life. Now she's suing Google and Character.ai, the company behind the digital companion.
  88. How will Russia respond to Ukraine attack with U.S. missiles?2024/11/19

    Ukraine fired long-range, U.S.-made missiles into Russia for the first time, after outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden gave the green light. We look at how Russia might respond, and what Trump’s incoming presidency will mean for the war. 
  89. Is there more to doppelgängers than similar looks?2024/11/18
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  90. Canadian philanthropists donate $405 million to fight climate change2024/11/18

    Nine wealthy Canadian families and foundations have committed a total of $405 million over the next ten years to help with the climate change fight. The donors say that addressing the complex issue of climate change is multifaceted, and their funding is just the ‘one domino that gets things going.’ 
  91. Could involuntary treatment help people with mental health and addiction?2024/11/18
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  92. Did you play with these old toys just added to the Hall of Fame?2024/11/15

    My Little Pony is being inducted into The National Toy Hall of Fame, along with Transformers and the card game Phase 10. Chris Bensch, chief curator at The Strong Museum of Play, explains why these vintage toys have had such a lasting influence. 
  93. Why is Taylor Swift such a ‘catalyst for joy’?2024/11/15

    Shawndra Whaley says she cried and cried at Taylor Swift’s concert in Toronto Thursday, overcome by the emotions of being with thousands of other Swifties. We look at why the singer inspires such passion in her fans — including Dawn Johnston, a professor who has lectured on the cultural importance of the singer, and is a bit of a Swiftie herself.
  94. Nobel laureate says Trump could bring economic chaos2024/11/15

    The Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph Stiglitz predicts economic chaos under Trump, but says he also understands why many people feel that the system isn't working for them — and why they voted for change. He talks to Matt Galloway about inequality, Elon Musk and a more progressive form of capitalism.
  95. Is your DNA safe with 23andMe?2024/11/15

    Millions of people shared their DNA with 23andMe, but now the company is in financial trouble and shedding 40 per cent of its workforce. What does that mean for all the genetic information the company holds?
  96. What you need to know about the bird flu case in B.C.2024/11/14
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  97. The black market’s latest hot commodity? Butter2024/11/14

    We look at the rich history and allure of butter, amid news that thieves in Ontario are stealing it in bulk to sell on the black market. 
  98. The push for a new deal on First Nations child welfare2024/11/14

    Last month the Assembly of First Nations voted down a draft agreement with the federal government on child welfare reform, worth $47.8 billion. Matt Galloway talks to Chief Derek Nepinak, who says his community needed this agreement; and advocate Cindy Blackstock, who says the goal isn’t a perfect deal, but a just one.
  99. The Current Introduces: Someone Knows Something Season 92024/11/13
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  100. Online gambling like a racetrack in my pocket 24/7, says recovering addict2024/11/13

    Adam Pettle has struggled with a gambling addiction since he was a teenager, eventually racking up debts that forced him to sell his family home. The recent boom in online sports betting made Pettle feel like he had a racetrack in his pocket 24/7, and a new report warns that the industry is creating a public health crisis that should be treated like alcohol and tobacco.
  101. Strict time limits are stopping criminal cases ever reaching trial2024/11/13

    Emily Quint waited months for the trial of the man she alleges sexually assaulted her, but the case was stayed after it took too long to be heard. That was based on the strict time limits laid out in the Supreme Court’s so-called Jordan decision, which Quint says is more concerned with the rights of accused perpetrators of violence than the rights of survivors. 
  102. The search for Christine Harron, in Someone Knows Something.2024/11/13

    Christine Harron was 15 when she disappeared from Hanover, Ont., in 1993. Her mother Mary Ann has struggled to find answers ever since, and has now teamed up with investigative filmmaker David Ridgen to find answers in the new season of CBC podcast Someone Knows Something .
  103. Why this journalist ranked all 153 of Willie Nelson's albums2024/11/12

    At 91, the great Willie Nelson has released his 153rd album — and shows no signs of slowing down. Music journalist John Spong has ranked all 153 of those records and explores the artist’s story in the podcast, One By Willie .
  104. Extortion and threats targeting South Asians in Canada2024/11/12

    Jas Arora’s life was turned upside down by phone calls from strangers demanding money and threatening violence if he didn’t pay up. He’s not alone. The CBC documentary Our House explores threats and extortion targeting members of the South Asian community in Canada, and why the RCMP alleges the criminals have links to India’s government. 
  105. Calls for inquiry into Indigenous people killed by police2024/11/12

    Ten Indigenous people have been killed during interactions with police since August, prompting calls for a national inquiry. Matt Galloway talks to Nadalie Saddleback, whose 15-year-old grandson Hoss Lightning was fatally shot by the RCMP three months ago. 
  106. How Trump’s victory could affect climate change policy2024/11/11

    The COP29 climate summit begins today, with uncertainty about the impact U.S. president-elect Donald Trump will have on climate change policy. Matt Galloway talks to a panel of climate experts about what could happen if the U.S. retreats from the fight, and what roles the international community should take on. 
  107. Canadian veterans forges new identities in culinary world2024/11/11

    About 30 veterans have graduated so far from Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in Ottawa, thanks to a Veterans Affairs Canada education and training benefit. Graduates Frank Ouellette and Melissa Paris share how cooking has helped them heal, find purpose and move forward after their military service. 
  108. The couple who fought Nazis behind enemy lines2024/11/11

    Sonia and Guy d'Artois were part of a secret force that parachuted into occupied France to help fight Nazis during the Second World War. In May, Nahlah Ayed told the story of their love affair — and their mission behind enemy lines — in her book, The War We Won Apart .
  109. How big podcasters helped Trump win2024/11/08

    Younger men voted for Donald Trump in big numbers, perhaps influenced by endorsements from ultra-popular podcasters like Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman. Journalist Rebecca Jennings explains how podcasters and influencers are shaking up the political ecosystem — and eclipsing mainstream media.
  110. Frustrated mayors call on Ford to help end homeless encampments2024/11/08

    Some Ontario mayors are asking Premier Doug Ford to invoke the notwithstanding clause so they can clear homeless encampments in their cities. Matt Galloway talks to Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown, who signed the letter; and Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward, who says the solution lies elsewhere.
  111. Sikh-Hindu tensions flare in Canada2024/11/08
  112. Why do people behave so badly on airplanes?2024/11/08
  113. The sounds of humans moving across the world2024/11/07
  114. Is Canada ready for Trump’s tariffs?2024/11/07
  115. Where does the U.S. go from here?2024/11/07
  116. Can Trump pardon himself?2024/11/06
  117. Why did voters choose four more years of Trump?2024/11/06
  118. Trump won. What comes next?2024/11/06
  119. Divided voters react to Trump victory2024/11/06
  120. These U.S. voters were undecided. What made up their minds?2024/11/05
  121. What we can learn from the late Murray Sinclair2024/11/05
  122. UN Security Council ‘not fit for purpose,’ says refugees chief2024/11/05
  123. U.S. braces for contentious vote count2024/11/04
  124. The enduring power of Celine Dion2024/11/04
  125. Quebec woman wins her fight for a good death2024/11/04
  126. Record numbers of Canadians turning to food banks2024/11/01
  127. The benefits of being idle2024/11/01
  128. Cuba's repeated power outages reflect deeper issues2024/11/01
  129. Dr. Isaac Bogoch’s forecast for this flu season2024/10/31
  130. This summer, Metro Vancouver was overwhelmed by ‘fatbergs’2024/10/31
  131. Breaking stereotypes about rural middle America2024/10/31
  132. Concerns for Gaza aid as Israel bans UN agency2024/10/31
  133. The Current Introduces | Uncover: Bad Results2024/10/30
  134. Toronto DNA lab repeatedly identified the wrong dads2024/10/30
  135. The surprising role that fungi can play in the ecosystem2024/10/30
  136. Report on unmarked graves at residential schools calls for new laws, reparations2024/10/30
  137. Will Poilievre's promise to remove GST on new homes under $1M work?2024/10/30
  138. Is turbulence ‘all but guaranteed’ in Canadian politics?2024/10/29
  139. Should we let humans go extinct?2024/10/29
  140. Fight to return Ukrainian children abducted by Russia2024/10/29
  141. How Tanya Talaga found her family’s lost Indigenous history2024/10/28
  142. Timothy Snyder on avoiding the trap of ‘negative freedom’2024/10/28
  143. What hockey gave Leafs legend Mats Sundin2024/10/25
  144. The couple in their 90s throwing weekly kitchen parties2024/10/25
  145. Bob Woodward on war and the American presidency2024/10/25
  146. Frank Stronach responds to sexual assault allegations2024/10/25
  147. Take a tour of Detroit’s historic Blue Bird Inn2024/10/24
  148. This retired auto worker is pinning his hopes on Trump2024/10/24
  149. The Arab-American protest vote against the Democrats2024/10/24
  150. What this election might mean for abortion in the U.S.2024/10/24
  151. An invasion at the bottom of the Great Lakes2024/10/23
  152. How Rumble became the platform for creators banned elsewhere2024/10/23
  153. What will the Bank of Canada’s rate cut mean for you?2024/10/23
  154. Elon Musk is giving away millions to U.S. voters. Is it legal?2024/10/23
  155. The Current Introduces | Céline: Understood2024/10/22
  156. AI needs a lot of power. So Google’s going nuclear2024/10/22
  157. Could doctors soon prescribe music as medicine?2024/10/22
  158. Trudeau’s ‘revolting caucus’ and Poilievre’s security clearance2024/10/22
  159. America Votes: Stories from the Arizona border, its politics and its people2024/10/21
  160. Trump’s pitch to white Christian nationalists2024/10/18
  161. The teen who conquered the world’s 14 tallest mountains2024/10/18
  162. Could Hamas leader’s death lead to a ceasefire?2024/10/18
  163. Why Canada needs to improve miscarriage care2024/10/18
  164. Poilievre says Trudeau was lying, after explosive testimony2024/10/17
  165. What’s needed for foreign-trained doctors to work in Canada?2024/10/17
  166. Chef Chuck Hughes on cooking for — and with — his kids2024/10/17
  167. Opioid deaths dropped this year. Experts hope it’s not ‘a blip’2024/10/17
  168. What would a Trump win mean for trade with Canada?2024/10/16
  169. A Canadian’s brush with death on Ukraine's front lines2024/10/16
  170. What Taylor Swift shows us about the fight for women’s rights2024/10/16
  171. India’s response to RCMP allegations2024/10/16
  172. The world’s humanity is ‘under the rubble’ in Gaza, says poet2024/10/15
  173. Sitting down with a Jan. 6 protester2024/10/15
  174. How DeMar DeRozan changed mental health in sports2024/10/15
  175. Why a place to call home can be the best medicine2024/10/14
  176. The molecular approach to great-tasting food2024/10/14
  177. The Canadian photo that won Wildlife Photo of the Year2024/10/11
  178. Spike in deadly crime in small B.C. town2024/10/11
  179. The magazine that finds reasons to be cheerful2024/10/11
  180. How canoes and sea otters shore up Haida Gwaii’s culture2024/10/11
  181. Yotam Ottolenghi on comfort food — and saying no to guilt2024/10/10
  182. Does money pit generations against each other? Listeners react2024/10/10
  183. Hurricane Milton felt like ‘someone screaming, just outside’2024/10/10
  184. Getting foreign-trained doctors to work, faster2024/10/10
  185. Using placentas to heal complex wounds2024/10/09
  186. Floridians flee second monster storm in weeks2024/10/09
  187. Why was no one held accountable for the Haditha Massacre?2024/10/09
  188. How disinformation makes a natural disaster more dangerous2024/10/09
  189. Many teens aren’t using condoms, research shows2024/10/08
  190. Why gender matters in the U.S. election2024/10/08
  191. The wild stories buried in Jeanne Beker’s closet2024/10/08
  192. Lives changed forever, one year on from Oct. 72024/10/07
  193. Political failure and expanding war in the Middle East2024/10/07
  194. Why Canadians need more help dealing with dizziness2024/10/07
  195. Why one hour outside can help your child’s eyesight2024/10/04
  196. Is a pension hike fair to struggling young Canadians?2024/10/04
  197. Canadian stuck in Lebanon says empty seats on flights don’t ‘make any sense’2024/10/04
  198. Idris Elba on his love of music — and fairness for Black musicians2024/10/04
  199. Using oysters to fight coastal erosion2024/10/03
  200. A child kept in solitary confinement for 730 days2024/10/03
  201. Coming together after Hurricane Helene’s devastation2024/10/03
  202. Malcolm Gladwell on what The Tipping Point got wrong2024/10/02
  203. After Iran’s strike on Israel, what happens next?2024/10/02
  204. What’s at stake with Canada’s low birth rate?2024/10/02
  205. Walz and Vance trade barbs — politely2024/10/02
  206. The Current Introduces | Split Screen: Thrill Seekers2024/10/01
  207. Amir Tibon on surviving the Oct. 7 attack2024/10/01
  208. Renters relying on credit cards to make ends meet2024/10/01
  209. Banning basements in the face of climate change2024/10/01
  210. Indigenous life expectancy is dropping. How do we fix it?2024/09/30
  211. Reflections on reconciliation from Murray Sinclair's memoir2024/09/30
  212. What standing in joy means to William Prince2024/09/30
  213. Margaret Evans reports on the latest updates from Lebanon2024/09/30
  214. Debate over Alberta’s new wildlife management plan2024/09/30
  215. The charges against Sean (Diddy) Combs2024/09/27
  216. Why Hillary Clinton is scared of Trump winning again2024/09/27
  217. How poutine became the iconic Canadian dish2024/09/27
  218. Should parents have to fundraise for schools?2024/09/27
  219. Uncovering disinformation with open source intelligence2024/09/26
  220. National affairs panel breaks down the B.C. election2024/09/26
  221. Bob Rae on Canada’s approach to pressing global conflicts2024/09/26
  222. Should we let humans go extinct?2024/09/26
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